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Viral vectors are engineered viruses used to deliver genetic material into cells, while plasmid DNA are circular DNA molecules serving as gene carriers or templates; together, they form a market focused on manufacturing these for therapies like gene editing and vaccines.
Key factors include rising gene therapy approvals, technological advancements in vector production, increasing clinical trials, government funding, and expanding applications in oncology and rare diseases.
The market was valued at USD 8.77 Billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 57.55 Billion by 2035.
The CAGR is expected to be 20.7% from 2026 to 2035.
North America will contribute notably, holding around 49% of the market share due to advanced infrastructure and high R&D investments.
Major players include Lonza Group, Thermo Fisher Scientific, Merck KGaA, FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies, and Catalent Inc., driving growth through expansions and innovations.
The report provides in-depth analysis of market size, trends, segments, regional insights, key players, and forecasts from 2026 to 2035.
Stages include raw material sourcing, vector design and amplification (upstream), purification and formulation (downstream), quality testing, and distribution.
Trends are shifting toward scalable, cost-effective production methods, with preferences for safer AAV vectors and outsourced CDMO services to speed up therapy development.
Regulatory factors include strict GMP compliance and approval processes by FDA/EMA, while environmental factors involve sustainable practices like reducing bio-waste and adopting green chemistry in production.